Johnny Is 10 Years Old

Multiple Choice

Johnny is 10 years old. He has had minimal protein intake for the last two years. He has just recently had surgery. What are the likely results of his deficient protein intake?

A) His surgical wound will heal quickly and effectively, but he won't grow effectively.
B) His surgical wound will not heal quickly and effectively, but he will grow effectively.
C) The size of his vital organs, including his heart, liver, and muscles, will decrease.
D) His surgical wound will heal effectively and he will grow normally because he can live off fat stores.